we also know that egypt has removed its ambassador to israel. and we're getting that information just as we speak. there are a lot of rumors right now but we talked directly to the military spokeswoman who told us that israel is considering whether or not it will perform a ground war in gaza. right now they are holding off, but they are bringing reservists in just to be prepared in case they think that a ground war is necessary. for now we're hearing that there are continued air strikes. and there is some action from the mediterranean just off of gaza where israeli warships are shooting into gaza. we are also hearing from the militants inside gaza saying they have also targeted the israe israeli naval ships anchored. a lot of action and expected to be more overnight. >> a situation unfolding right now. sara sidner, we'll stay in close touch with you. let's dig in deeper. right now joining us israeli ambassador michael oren. ambassador, thanks for coming in. is there not only going to be air strikes from naval vessels in the mediterranean but is